1977 Topps NFC Championship Vikings vs Rams #7
Lawrence McCutcheon, Jeff Siemon, Wally Hilgenberg · Topps · Subset / Postseason Highlight
Player
Lawrence McCutcheon, Jeff Siemon, Wally Hilgenberg
Set
1977 Topps Football
Year
1977
Card #
#7
Condition Grade
PSA 3-4 (VG to VG-EX) range. The card shows significant left-to-right centering issues, soft corners, and a visible surface crease/wrinkle on the left-middle border area.
Category
Subset / Postseason Highlight
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. As a non-major star leader/subset card from the junk-wax transition era in mid-grade condition, it primarily appeals to team completionists or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 4: $10-15, PSA 5: $18-25, PSA 6: $30-40. Due to visible wear, it is not a candidate for high-grade premium pricing.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of 1977 Topps league highlight cards in similar condition range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping.
Description
This 1977 Topps card commemorates the 1976 NFC Championship game where the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Los Angeles Rams 24-13. The front features an action shot of Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon being tackled by Vikings defenders. The top of the card features a 'Championship' banner in purple and pink with the game score listed.
Key Features
Features multiple 1970s stars in a classic postseason highlight subset; part of the popular 1977 Topps vertical design set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence of authenticity. The card displays period-correct lithographic printing patterns (rosettes), vintage cardboard stock toning, and typical mid-70s Topps factory cutting characteristics.
Flaws to Note
Heavy left-to-right off-centering; significant softening on all four corners; a notable crease or surface indentation on the left white border edge; minor edge chipping.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer'), COMC, or in a bulk vintage lot at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of the card at this grade level. List it with high-resolution photos of the front and back to show the centering and corner wear clearly.